“Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead” Stars Nicole Richie and Simone Joy Jones Share Dark Humor and On-Set Bonding

On April 12, the comedy film “Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead” hits theaters. Prepare for a summer filled with laughs and unexpected turns. From start to finish, audiences should be amused by this hilarious drama, directed by Wade Allain-Marcus and starring Nicole Richie and Simone Joy Jones.

The film revolves around seventeen-year-old Tanya Crandell, played by Simone Joy Jones, who has huge plans for the summer before attending Howard University. Tanya’s intentions are sidetracked when her mother, played by Ms. Pat, decides to attend a wellness retreat in Thailand, leaving Tanya to care for her three siblings. Things take a funny turn when the family’s elderly babysitter dies unexpectedly, forcing Tanya to take a job working for the confident and ambitious Rose (Nicole Richie). Balancing her job, family duties, and a confusing romance, Tanya finds herself propelled into adulthood earlier than intended, at the price of her much-anticipated summer vacation.

In anticipation of the film’s premiere, I spoke with Simone Joy Jones and Nicole Richie. During our interview, they revealed details about their roles and their experiences on-site. They also shared some amusing tidbits, such as who they would call to dispose of a body and how to create a phony resume.

“Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead” promises to be a great blend of humor, heart, and relatable coming-of-age situations that people of all ages will enjoy. So mark your calendars for April 12 and prepare for a cinematic experience that will make you chuckle long after the credits have rolled.

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